If only choosing from Mandrake 9.1 or 10, I prefer 10. It's very easy to install (my experience is about 20 minutes for clean installation, more than 1 hour for updating). Basically there is no configuration problem and it's very to use. Some guy said 10 is more like a windows.
I just take a look over PCLinuxOS after Dereck's pointer. I have to say it even looks like a windows more than 10. I also believe that the right direction for Linux is like Derek's words: easy to install (GUI) and easy to use (GUI) for newbies, meanwhile keeping flexibility (command line) for advanced guys. Anyway, I love 10.
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